iOS 18 Update: Fix Apps Not Working on Cellular Data

Is your iPhone's cellular data failing to load your favorite apps after the iOS 18 update? You're not alone! This article diagnoses the common causes behind this frustrating issue. We'll guide you through practical troubleshooting steps, from simple restarts to deeper system checks, ensuring your apps function flawlessly on cellular data again. Get back to seamless app usage—let's fix this!

Methods: Network Refresh with Airplane Mode

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Quick Network Refresh

    • Pull down the control menu.
    • Turn on Airplane mode briefly.
    • Turn Airplane mode off.
    Turn Airplane mode off. Turn Airplane mode off.
    Quick Network Refresh

Methods: Cellular Data Toggle for Apps

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Toggle Cellular Data for Individual Apps

    • Go to Settings > Cellular.
    • Click 'Show All'.
    • Turn off each app's cellular data access, then turn it back on.
    Turn off each app's cellular data access, then turn it back on. Turn off each app's cellular data access, then turn it back on. Turn off each app's cellular data access, then turn it back on.
    Toggle Cellular Data for Individual Apps

Methods: Force Restart Your iPhone

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Force Restart

    • Quickly press and release the volume up button, then the volume down button.
    • Hold down the side button until the screen goes black or the Apple logo appears.
    Hold down the side button until the screen goes black or the Apple logo appears. Hold down the side button until the screen goes black or the Apple logo appears.
    Force Restart

Tips

  • Do not touch the screen during this process.

Methods: Update Apps via App Store

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Update Apps via App Store

    • Open the App Store.
    • Go to your profile.
    • Tap 'Update All'.
    Tap 'Update All'. Tap 'Update All'. Tap 'Update All'.
    Update Apps via App Store

Methods: Check for iOS Updates

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Quick Network Refresh

  2. Check Cellular Data Settings

  3. Force Restart

  4. Update Apps

  5. Network Reset

  6. Check for iOS Updates

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Airplane Mode Enabled

Reason: If Airplane Mode is accidentally turned on, cellular data will be disabled, preventing apps from working.
Solution: Disable Airplane Mode in your device's Control Center or Settings.

2. Cellular Data Restrictions

Reason: Apps might be restricted from using cellular data in your device's settings, leading to functionality issues.
Solution: Check your device's settings and ensure cellular data is enabled for the affected app.